Maple and Orange Glazed Chicken
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Maple and Orange Glazed Chicken recipe—a perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors. Tender, juicy bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs are bathed in a luscious glaze made from pure maple syrup, freshly squeezed orange juice, aromatic zest, and a touch of Dijon mustard for complexity. A hint of soy sauce adds a subtle umami depth, while broiling at the end transforms the glaze into a golden, caramelized finish that’s simply irresistible. Ready in just 50 minutes, it’s an easy yet elegant dish ideal for cozy family meals or entertaining guests. Serve it with roasted vegetables or fluffy rice to soak up every drop of the vibrant citrus glaze. Garnished with fresh thyme, this one-pan delight is both visually stunning and mouthwateringly delicious!
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Ingredients
- 6 pieces Chicken thighs (bone-in, skin-on)
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 0.25 cup Fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon Orange zest
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking dish or sheet with parchment paper.
Step 2
Pat the chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season them on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 3
In a medium bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, orange juice, orange zest, soy sauce, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, and olive oil until well combined.
Step 4
Place the chicken thighs skin-side up in the prepared baking dish and pour the maple-orange glaze evenly over the chicken, ensuring each piece is coated.
Step 5
Bake the chicken in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, basting it with the glaze from the pan every 10 minutes to infuse the flavors.
Step 6
To achieve a golden, caramelized skin, switch the oven to broil for the final 3-5 minutes, keeping a close eye to prevent burning.
Step 7
Remove the chicken from the oven and let it rest for 5 minutes. Spoon the remaining glaze from the pan over the chicken for extra flavor.
Step 8
Garnish with fresh thyme if desired and serve warm with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1172.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2506.1 |
| Total Fat 157.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 41.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 729mg | 0% |
| Sodium 4606.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 119.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 111.8g | |
| Protein 166.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 137.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1945.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories